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Dr. Eric Ritchie, MD

Dr. Eric Ritchie, MD

Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Eric Ritchie, MD is a pediatric orthopedic surgeon in San Antonio, TX and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Uniformed Services University of The Health Sciences in 1992. He is affiliated with medical facilities Methodist Hospital and Baptist Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4 Star Rating
Based on 24 reviews 4 Star Rating (24 reviews)

Practice

540 Madison Oak Dr Ste 260 San Antonio, TX 78258
(210) 481-1700

Care Philosophy

"When asked why he chose his specialty, Dr. Ritchie simply says,"I just love working with kids...I try to treat all the kids the way I'd treat my own."  Patient care is of the utmost importance, and Dr. Ritchie em..."

- Dr. Eric Ritchie, MD

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Ritchie specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Ritchie's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Ritchie

4.0

24 ratings, 9 with a written review
5 Star
67%
67%
4 Star
4%
4%
3 Star
8%
8%
2 Star
4%
4%
1 Star
17%
17%

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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Nov 12, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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San Antonio – Jun 29, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
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San Antonio, TX – Mar 01, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
Helpful
Concerned parent in San Antonio, TX – Dec 08, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Beth L. in San Antonio, TX – Oct 23, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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SAN ANTONIO – Oct 11, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Monica in San Antonio, TX – Mar 11, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Spring Branch, TX – Dec 30, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Stephanie in TX – Feb 24, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

When asked why he chose his specialty, Dr. Ritchie simply says,"I just love working with kids...I try to treat all the kids the way I'd treat my own."  Patient care is of the utmost importance, and Dr. Ritchie embodies that by saying: "I don't...read more

  • Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • Wilford Hall Medical Center In San Antonio, Texas

    Residency Hospital, 2003

  • Wright Patterson Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1993

  • Uniformed Services University Of The Health Sciences

    Medical School, 1992
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Jose E Salinas MD PA540 Madison Oak Dr Ste 260 San Antonio, TX 78258
1
Richard E Duey MD PA110 E Bandera Rd Boerne, TX 78006
2

Practice

North Central Baptist Hospital520 Madison Oak Dr San Antonio, TX 78258
3

Practice

Methodist Hospital7700 Floyd Curl Dr San Antonio, TX 78229
4

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Methodist Hospital

    7700 Floyd Curl Dr
    San Antonio, TX 78229
    Recipient of 57
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    77%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Baptist Medical Center

    111 Dallas St
    San Antonio, TX 78205
    Recipient of 7
    hospital awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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